2000 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1948 Fiat 500
To start off, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 (435 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 419 more horse power than 1948 Fiat 500. (16 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1948 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 990 kg more than 1948 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Aston Martin DB7 | 1948 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Fiat |
| Model | DB7 | 500 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 569 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 435 HP | 16 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 52 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 67 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 3220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1280 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2010 mm |
